$317+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Anchorage (DSM - ANC)
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DSM — ANC
Mar 18 — Mar 251
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to AnchorageExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 16, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 16, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/255:00 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop18h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 9/910:03 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop12h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/15![American Airlines logo]()
$548
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:15 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop18h 32m
American Airlines
Mon 6/89:52 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop12h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16![American Airlines logo]()
$589
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/189:00 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop14h 50m
American Airlines
Tue 8/1811:55 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop14h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/13![American Airlines logo]()
$602
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/297:06 am
DSM
- ANC
2 stops19h 50m
Delta
Tue 6/912:55 am
ANC
- DSM
2 stops17h 22m
Delta
Deal found 2/14![Delta logo]()
$608
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:15 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop18h 32m
American Airlines
Tue 6/99:52 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop23h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/14![American Airlines logo]()
$611
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:15 am
DSM
- ANC
2 stops20h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 6/109:52 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop23h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/14![American Airlines logo]()
$617
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/297:06 am
DSM
- ANC
2 stops19h 50m
Delta
Mon 6/812:55 am
ANC
- DSM
2 stops17h 22m
Delta
Deal found 2/14![Delta logo]()
$624
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:28 pm
DSM
- ANC
1 stop10h 05m
Delta
Tue 6/912:55 am
ANC
- DSM
2 stops17h 22m
Delta
Deal found 2/14![Delta logo]()
$630
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1812:15 pm
DSM
- ANC
1 stop14h 40m
Southwest
Sat 7/2511:20 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop13h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/13![Southwest logo]()
$633
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/308:04 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop14h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 3/319:04 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop12h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12![United Airlines logo]()
$636
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/252:40 pm
DSM
- ANC
2 stops12h 05m
Southwest
Tue 9/812:55 am
ANC
- DSM
1 stop13h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 2/16![Southwest logo]()
$638
Best flights from Des Moines to AnchorageDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 16, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 16, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/308:04 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop14h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 3/319:04 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop12h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12![United Airlines logo]()
$636
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/16:15 am
DSM
- ANC
2 stops17h 20m
Delta
Wed 4/83:40 pm
ANC
- DSM
2 stops15h 06m
Delta
Deal found 2/15![Delta logo]()
$646
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/305:05 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop17h 01m
American Airlines
Mon 4/68:13 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop15h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12![American Airlines logo]()
$666
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/304:25 pm
DSM
- ANC
2 stops11h 04m
Delta
Mon 4/69:15 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop9h 54m
Delta
Deal found 2/12![Delta logo]()
$672
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to AnchorageDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage. Data last updated February 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage. Data last updated February 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/285:03 pm
DSM
- ANC
1 stop9h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 3/49:00 am
ANC
- DSM
1 stop8h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13![United Airlines logo]()
$801
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/95:35 am
DSM
- ANC
2 stops17h 59m
Delta
Tue 3/101:34 am
ANC
- DSM
2 stops16h 11m
Delta
Deal found 2/13![Delta logo]()
$781
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/308:04 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop14h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 3/319:04 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop12h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12![United Airlines logo]()
$636
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/305:05 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop17h 01m
American Airlines
Mon 4/68:13 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop15h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12![American Airlines logo]()
$666
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/304:25 pm
DSM
- ANC
2 stops11h 04m
Delta
Mon 4/69:15 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop9h 54m
Delta
Deal found 2/12![Delta logo]()
$672
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/307:27 pm
DSM
- ANC
2 stops20h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 4/610:44 pm
ANC
- DSM
1 stop12h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$752
One-way flights from Des Moines to AnchorageSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Anchorage. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 16, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Anchorage. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 16, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/83:05 pm
DSM
- ANC
1 stop11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/16![Southwest logo]()
$317
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/217:30 am
DSM
- ANC
3 stops43h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$411
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2710:55 am
DSM
- ANC
1 stop13h 04m
Delta
Deal found 2/13![Delta logo]()
$428
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/232:39 pm
DSM
- ANC
1 stop12h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/13![American Airlines logo]()
$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/229:42 pm
DSM
- ANC
3 stops28h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$444
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/235:30 am
DSM
- ANC
2 stops16h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$493
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/88:00 am
DSM
- ANC
3 stops29h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$503
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/305:08 pm
DSM
- ANC
3 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$509
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Anchorage (ANC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 16, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $636 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $317 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,273 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Anchorage that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 16, 2026.
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Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Mon 3/30
8:04 am-7:55 pm
1 stop14h 51m
Anchorage
Tue 3/31
9:04 pm-12:29 pm
1 stop12h 25m
$636
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Wed 4/1
6:15 am-8:35 pm
2 stops17h 20m
Anchorage
Wed 4/8
3:40 pm-9:46 am
2 stops15h 06m
$646
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Mon 3/30
5:05 am-7:06 pm
1 stop17h 01m
Anchorage
Mon 4/6
8:13 pm-2:47 pm
1 stop15h 34m
$666
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Mon 3/30
4:25 pm-12:29 am
2 stops11h 04m
Anchorage
Mon 4/6
9:15 pm-10:09 am
1 stop9h 54m
$672
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Fri 5/22
12:25 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop13h 20m
$317
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Thu 7/30
12:05 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop14h 50m
$317
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Sat 8/8
3:05 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop11h 40m
$317
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Fri 8/7
2:25 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop10h 40m
$317
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Thu 5/21
6:50 am-10:45 pm
2 stops18h 55m
$323
Des MoinesAnchorage
DSM - ANC
DSMANC
Des Moines
Thu 5/21
7:30 am-11:40 pm
3 stops43h 10m
$411
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage in February.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Anchorage flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Anchorage flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Anchorage flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Anchorage flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Anchorage flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Anchorage. Reviews last updated February 16, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Anchorage, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Anchorage. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 16, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$593 | Average$847 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$595 | Average$824 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$625 | Average$850 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$744 | Average$878 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |